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New Zealand Haven't Ruled Out Kane Williamson From ODI World Cup 2023

New Zealand have not ruled out the recovering Kane Williamson from the ODI World Cup in India even if it means missing the first few fixtures. Head coach Gary Stead and the team management are optimistic about Williamson's recovery. The star batter hasn't played any cricket since March when he ruptured the ACL in his right knee while fielding for Gujarat Titans. He underwent surgery in April and has recently begun training and batting in the nets. The 33-year-old is also set to link up with the team during its series against England next month ahead of the World Cup.

India vs Pakistan: 'India Not Playing Structural Hockey' - Pakistan Head Coach Ahead Of Asian Champions Trophy Clash

Ahead of Asian Champions Trophy 2023 group clash against India, Pakistan head coach Muhammad Saqlain has pointed out that hosts India are not playing structural hockey. He highlighted that the side is "relying mainly on counter-attacking". India, who have already qualified for the semi-finals of the ongoing continental event, are set to face Pakistan at the Mayor Radhakrishnan Hockey Stadium in Chennai on Wednesday. On the other hand, Pakistan are yet to book their berth for the knockout stage. They are currently placed at the fourth spot in the six-team table.

Wasim Jaffer Backs This Youngster To Secure Potential Spot In Team India's ODI Set-up

Former Indian opener Wasim Jaffer has batted for young batter Tilak Varma's inclusion in the ODI side ahead of the Asia Cup and ICC Cricket World Cup later this year, lauding the batter for his maturity and confidence during his debut international series against West Indies. In his debut series in West Indies, Tilak impressed fans with his mature performances on the crease, staying at the crease during difficult situations, taking on bowlers in difficult batting conditions. He has been the top scorer in this WI series, in which India is trailing 2-1. He has scored 139 runs in three matches at an average of 69.50, with one half-century and a strike rate of 139. His best score is 139.

Not Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma Or Hardik Pandya! This Star Cricketer Gave Maximum Dope Tests In 2023

While Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma remain the most popular Indian cricketers, it has now come to light that when it came to dope tests this year, another star cricketer was the most tested one in the sport. India captain Rohit Sharma and star batter Virat Kohli were not tested during the first five months of 2023. Hardik Pandya, who has been leading the India T20 International side for some time, underwent one test - 'Out Of Competition' (OOC) urine sample in April.

World Cup 2023: Updated Official Full Match Schedule And All Match Timings

The ICC on Wednesday announced the updated schedule of the 2023 ODI World Cup in India. Two of India's group stage matches has seen date changes. The India vs Pakistan match has been shifted from October 15 to October 14. The India vs Netherlands match has been shifted from November 11 to November 12.

"If We Play More...": Harmanpreet Singh On India-Pakistan Hockey Matches

India are set to take on Pakistan at the Mayor Radhakrishnan Hockey Stadium in Chennai on Wednesday. Host skipper Harmanpreet Singh said that the matches against Pakistan will help both the teams as well as the Asian hockey. He added that the sides should play more against each other. India have already sealed their semi-final berth, while the fate of Pakistan depends heavily on their match against the hosts. While a win will help the visitors enter the knockout stage, a loss will risk their chances of advancing to the next stage.

'Not Olympics But...': Indian Shuttler HS Prannoy Opens Up On His Next Target

He may be one of the front-runners in the Olympic race but star Indian shuttler HS Prannoy doesn't want to think about Paris right now and is instead focussing on "short-term targets" like breaking into the world's top three. The most consistent Indian singles player in the last 12 months, Prannoy, ranked world number 9, won the Malaysia Masters in May and came within sniffing distance of bagging another title in Sydney, before finishing runner-up at last week's Australian Open.

"Told Tilak Varma To Go Easy, Hit Big Shots Himself": Hardik Pandya Slammed Over 3rd T20I Act

India's skipper for the T20I series against West Indies, Hardik Pandya has been an intense topic of discussion on social media over his 'selfish act' that denied youngster Tilak Varma a half-century in the third T20I against West Indies. Hardik hit a six to complete India's run-chase despite the fact that Tilak was at the non-striker end, just one run shy of his half-century. After fans criticised the India skipper for his decision, even former India cricketer Aakash Chopra has expressed his disappointment.

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New Zealand Haven't Ruled Out Kane Williamson From ODI World Cup 2023

India vs Pakistan: 'India Not Playing Structural Hockey' - Pakistan Head Coach Ahead Of Asian Champions Trophy Clash

Wasim Jaffer Backs This Youngster To Secure Potential Spot In Team India's ODI Set-up

Not Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma Or Hardik Pandya! This Star Cricketer Gave Maximum Dope Tests In 2023

World Cup 2023: Updated Official Full Match Schedule And All Match Timings

"If We Play More...": Harmanpreet Singh On India-Pakistan Hockey Matches

'Not Olympics But...': Indian Shuttler HS Prannoy Opens Up On His Next Target

"Told Tilak Varma To Go Easy, Hit Big Shots Himself": Hardik Pandya Slammed Over 3rd T20I Act